Simplicity 040355-00 User manual

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BRIGGS & STRATTON
SERVICE & TROUBLESHOOTING MANUAL
STANDBY GENERATOR SYSTEM
Standby Generator System - 15kW - 20kW
Manual 381268GS Rev. A
Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC
P.O. Box 702
Milwaukee, WI 53201-0702
Copyright © 2013. All rights reserved. No part of this material
may be reproduced or transmitted in any form without the express
written permission of Briggs & Stratton Power Products Group, LLC.
FOREWORD
This manual was written to assist engine technicians and service personnel with the repair and maintenance procedures
for standby generators. It assumes that persons using this manual have been properly trained in and are familiar with the
servicing procedures for these products, including the proper use of required tools and safety equipment and the application of
appropriate safety practices. Persons untrained or unfamiliar with these procedures or products should not attempt to perform
such work.
Proper maintenance and repair is important to safe, reliable operation of all standby generators. The troubleshooting, testing,
maintenance, and repair procedures described in this manual are appropriate for the generators described herein. Alternative
methods or procedures may pose risk to personal safety and the safety and/or reliability of the standby generator and are not
endorsed or recommended by Briggs & Stratton.
All information, illustrations, and specifications contained in this manual were based on the data available at the time of
publication. Briggs & Stratton Corporation reserves the right to change, alter, or otherwise improve the product or the product
manuals at any time without prior notice.
This printed copy may be out of date. Go to The Power Portal for the most up-to-date
information and manual revision.
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Table of Contents
SECTION 1 - Safety, Maintenance and Adjustments ........7
Equipment Description.........................................8
Generator Location............................................9
Other General Location Guidelines...............................10
Lifting the Generator .........................................10
Access Ports ...............................................11
Fuel Conversion .............................................13
Generator Components ........................... 14
System Control Panel.........................................16
System Connectors ..........................................17
Fuel Consumption ...........................................22
Generator AC Connection System ...............................23
Automatic Operation Sequence .................................23
Setting Exercise Timer ........................................24
Maintenance .................................. 24
SECTION 2 - TROUBLESHOOTING.................... 31
SERVICE CODE INDICATIONS....................... 35
LOW BATTERY VOLTAGE OR BATTERY CHARGE CIRCUIT .............36
LOW OIL PRESSURE ......................................38
UNDER VOLTAGE ........................................40
ENGINE DOES NOT START ..................................44
ENGINE DOES NOT CRANK ..................................48
LOW FREQUENCY ........................................50
ENGINE OVERSPPED ......................................52
HIGH TEMPERATURE ......................................54
TRANSFER SWITCH.......................................56
NO WIRELESS COMMUNICATION .............................58
SECTION 3 - UNIT DISASSEMBLY.................... 61
SECTION 4 - GENERATOR SPECIFICATIONS ............. 67
Wiring Diagram .........................................68
Schematic Diagram .......................................69
SPECIFICATIONS ............................... 70
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WARNING Running engine gives off carbon monoxide,
an odorless, colorless, poison gas.
Breathing carbon monoxide could result
in death, serious injury, headache, fatigue,
dizziness, vomiting, confusion, seizures, nausea
or fainting.
Operate this product ONLY outdoors in an area that will
not accumulate deadly exhaust gas.
Keep exhaust gas away from any windows, doors,
ventilation intakes, soffit vents, crawl spaces, open garage
doors or other openings that can allow exhaust gas
to enter inside or be drawn into a potentially occupied
building or structure.
Carbon monoxide detector(s) MUST be installed and
maintained indoors according to the manufacturer’s
instructions/recommendations. Smoke alarms cannot
detect carbon monoxide gas.
WARNING Storage batteries give off explosive
hydrogen gas during recharging.
Slightest spark will ignite hydrogen
and cause explosion, resulting in
death and/or serious injury.
Battery electrolyte fluid contains
acid and is extremely caustic.
Contact with battery contents could cause severe
chemical burns.
A battery presents a risk of electrical shock and high short
circuit current.
DO NOT dispose of battery in a fire. Recycle battery.
DO NOT allow any open flame, spark, heat, or lit cigarette
during and for several minutes after charging a battery.
DO NOT open or mutilate the battery.
Wear protective goggles, rubber apron, rubber boots and
rubber gloves.
Remove watches, rings, or other metal objects.
Use tools having insulated handles.
Important Safety Instructions
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - This manual contains
important instructions that should be followed during
installation and servicing of the generator and batteries.
Safety Symbols and Meanings
The safety alert symbol indicates a potential personal
injury hazard. A signal word (DANGER, WARNING, or
CAUTION) is used with the alert symbol to designate a
degree or level of hazard seriousness. A safety symbol
may be used to represent the type of hazard. The signal
word NOTICE is used to address practices not related to
personal injury.
DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, could
result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE addresses practices not related to personal injury.
The manufacturer cannot possibly anticipate every possible
circumstance that might involve a hazard. The warnings in
this manual, and the tags and decals affixed to the unit are,
therefore, not all-inclusive. If you use a procedure, work
method or operating technique that the manufacturer does
not specifically recommend, you must satisfy yourself that
it is safe for you and others. You must also make sure that
the procedure, work method or operating technique that you
choose does not render the generator system unsafe.
Explosion
Fire
Electrical Shock
Rotating Parts
Hot Surface
Toxic Fumes
Chemical BurnExplosive PressureAuto Start
Lift Hazard
Read Manual
WARNING The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
WARNING Certain components in this product and
related accessories contain chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
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WARNING Generator produces hazardous voltage.
Failure to properly ground generator could result
inelectrocution.
Failure to isolate generator from utility power could
result in death or serious injury to electric utility
workers due to backfeed of electrical energy.
When using generator for backup power, notify
utility company.
DO NOT touch bare wires or bare receptacles.
DO NOT use generator with electrical cords which are
worn, frayed, bare or otherwise damaged.
DO NOT handle generator or electrical cords while
standing in water, while barefoot, or while hands or
feet are wet.
If you must work around a unit while it is operating,
stand on an insulated dry surface to reduce the risk of
a shock hazard.
DO NOT allow unqualified persons or children to operate
or service generator.
In case of an accident caused by electrical shock,
immediately shut down the source of electrical power and
contact the local authorities. Avoid direct contact with
the victim.
Despite the safe design of the generator, operating this
equipment imprudently, neglecting its maintenance or
being careless could cause possible injury or death.
Remain alert at all times while working on this equipment.
Never work on the equipment when you are physically
or mentally fatigued.
Before performing any maintenance on the generator,
disconnect the battery cable indicated by a NEGATIVE,
NEG or (-) first. When finished, reconnect that cable last.
After your system is installed, the generator may crank
and start without warning any time there is a power
failure. To prevent possible injury, always set the
generator’s system switch to OFF, remove the service
disconnect from the disconnect box AND remove the
15 Amp fuse BEFORE working on the equipment.
WARNING Propane and Natural Gas are extremely
flammable and explosive, which could cause
burns, fire or explosion resulting in death
and/or serious injury.
Install the fuel supply system according to NFPA 37 and
other applicable fuel-gas codes.
Before placing the generator into service, the fuel system
lines must be properly purged and leak tested.
After the generator is installed, you should inspect the fuel
system periodically.
NO leakage is permitted.
DO NOT operate engine if smell of fuel is present or other
explosive conditions exist.
DO NOT smoke around the generator. Wipe up any oil
spills immediately. Ensure that no combustible materials
are left in the generator compartment. Keep the area near
the generator clean and free of debris.
WARNING Hazardous Voltage - Contact with power
lines could cause electric shock or burns,
resulting in death or serious injury.
Lifting Hazard / Heavy Object - Could result
in serious injury.
If lifting or hoisting equipment is used, DO NOT contact
any power lines.
DO NOT lift or move generator without assistance.
Use lifting pipes as described in Lifting the Generator.
DO NOT lift unit by roof as damage to generator
will occur.
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WARNING Starter and other rotating parts could
entangle hands, hair, clothing, or accessories
resulting in serious injury.
NEVER operate generator without protective housings,
covers, or guards in place.
DO NOT wear loose clothing, jewelry or anything that
could be caught in the starter or other rotating parts.
Tie up long hair and remove jewelry.
Before servicing, remove 15 Amp fuse from control panel
and disconnect Negative (NEG or -) battery cable.
CAUTION Installing the 15A fuse could cause the
engine to start at any time without warning
resulting in minor or moderate injury.
Observe that the 15 Amp fuse has been removed from the
control panel for shipping.
DO NOT install this fuse until all plumbing and wiring has
been completed and inspected.
CAUTION Excessively high operating speeds could
result in minor injury and/or equipment damage,
Excessively low speeds impose a heavy load on generator.
DO NOT tamper with governed speed. Generator supplies
correct rated frequency and voltage when running at
governed speed.
DO NOT modify generator in any way.
NOTICE Improper treatment of generator could damage it
and shorten its life.
Use generator only for intended uses.
If you have questions about intended use, contact your
authorized dealer.
Operate generator only on level surfaces.
Adequate, unobstructed flow of cooling and ventilating air
is critical to correct generator operation.
The access panels/doors must be installed whenever the
unit is running.
DO NOT expose generator to excessive moisture, dust,
dirt, or corrosive vapors.
Remain alert at all times while working on this equipment.
Never work on the equipment when you are physically
or mentally fatigued.
DO NOT start engine with air cleaner or air cleaner
cover removed.
DO NOT insert any objects through cooling slots.
DO NOT use the generator or any of its parts as a step.
Stepping on the unit could cause stress and break parts.
This may result in dangerous operating conditions from
leaking exhaust gases, fuel leakage, oil leakage, etc.
If connected devices overheat, turn them off and
disconnect them from generator.
Shut off generator
and contact an authorized dealer
if
- electrical output is lost;
- equipment sparks, smokes, or emits flames;
- unit vibrates excessively;
- unit makes unusual noises.
WARNING
Exhaust heat/gases could ignite combustibles
or structures resulting in death and/or
serious injury. Contact with muffler area
could cause burns resulting in serious injury.
DO NOT touch hot parts and AVOID hot exhaust gases.
Allow equipment to cool before touching.
Exhaust outlet side of weatherproof enclosure must
have at least 5 ft. (1.5 m) minimum clearance from any
structure, shrubs, trees or any kind of vegetation.
Standby generator weatherproof enclosure must be at
least 5 ft. (1.5 m) from windows, doors, any wall opening,
shrubs or vegetation over 12 inches (30.5 cm) in height.
Standby generator weatherproof enclosure must have a
minimum of 5 ft. (1.5 m) overhead clearance from any
structure, overhang or trees.
DO NOT place weatherproof enclosure under a deck or
other type of structure that may confine airflow.
Use only flexible fuel line provided. Connect provided fuel
line to generator, DO NOT use with or substitute any other
flexible fuel line.
Smoke detector(s) MUST be installed and maintained
indoors according to the manufacturer’s instructions/
recommendations. Carbon monoxide alarms cannot
detect smoke.
Keep at least minimum distances shown in General
Location Guidelines to insure for proper generator cooling
and maintenance clearances.
It is a violation of California Public Resource Code,
Section 4442, to use or operate the engine on any forest-
covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered land unless
the exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester, as
defined in Section 4442, maintained in effective working
order. Other states or federal jurisdictions may have
similar laws.
Contact the original equipment manufacturer, retailer, or
dealer to obtain a spark arrester designed for the exhaust
system installed on this engine.
Replacement parts must be the same and installed in the
same position as the original parts.
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SECTION 1 - Safety, Maintenance and Adjustments
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Equipment Description
This product is only for use as an optional generator system
which provides an alternate source of electric power and
to serve loads such as heating, refrigeration systems, and
communication systems that, when stopped during any
power outage, could cause discomfort or inconvenience.
NOTICE This product does NOT qualify for either an
emergency standby or legally required standby system as
defined by NFPA 70 (NEC).
Emergency generator systems are intended to
automatically supply illumination, power, or both, to
designated areas and equipment in the event of failure
of the normal supply. Emergency systems may also
provide power for such functions as ventilation where
essential to maintain life, where current interruption
of the normal supply would produce serious life
safety or health hazards.
Legally Required standby generator systems are
intended to automatically supply power to selected
loads in the event of failure of the normal source
which could create hazards or hamper rescue or fire-
fighting operations.
Every effort has been made to ensure that information in this
manual is accurate and current. However, we reserve the
right to change, alter, or otherwise improve the product and
this document at any time without prior notice.
Only current licensed electrical and plumbing professionals
should attempt home generator system installations.
Installations must strictly comply with all applicable codes,
industry standards, laws and regulations.
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A
Generator Location
The actual physical location of your generator has a direct
affect on:
1. The amount of plumbing required to fuel
your generator.
2. The amount of wiring required to control and connect
your generator.
Specific location guidelines are discussed in the installation
manual. Acquaint yourself with that information and confer
with your installer. Be sure to ask how your site might
affect installation costs and compliance with local codes
andstandards.
Install generator outdoors in an area that will not
accumulate deadly exhaust gas.
DO NOT install generator where exhaust gas could
accumulate and enter inside or be drawn into a
potentially occupied building or structure.
By law it is required in many states to have a Carbon
Monoxide (CO) detector in operating condition in
your home. Carbon monoxide detector(s) (A) MUST
be installed and maintained indoors according to the
manufacturer’s instructions/recommendations. A CO
monitor is an electronic device that detects hazardous
levels of CO. When there is a buildup of CO, the
monitor will alert the occupants by flashing visual
indicator light and alarm. Smoke alarms cannot detect
CO gas.
Ensure exhaust gas is kept away from any windows,
doors, ventilation intakes, soffit vents, crawl spaces,
open garage doors or other openings that can
allow exhaust gas to enter inside or be drawn into
a potentially occupied building or structure. Your
neighbor’s home may be exposed to the engine exhaust
from your standby generator and must be considered
when installing your standby generator.
Wind and air currents should be taken into
consideration when positioning generator.
See the installation manual for full details on safe generator
location.
WARNING Running engine gives off carbon monoxide,
an odorless, colorless, poison gas.
Breathing carbon monoxide could result in death,
serious injury, headache, fatigue, dizziness,
vomiting, confusion, seizures, nausea or fainting.
Operate this product ONLY outdoors in an area that will
not accumulate deadly exhaust gas.
Keep exhaust gas away from any windows, doors,
ventilation intakes, soffit vents, crawl spaces, open garage
doors or other openings that can allow exhaust gas
to enter inside or be drawn into a potentially occupied
building or structure.
Carbon monoxide detector(s) MUST be installed and
maintained indoors according to the manufacturer’s
instructions/recommendations. Smoke alarms cannot
detect carbon monoxide gas.
WARNING Exhaust heat/gases could ignite
combustibles or structures resulting in
death and/or serious injury.
Exhaust outlet side of weatherproof enclosure must
have at least 5 ft. (1.5 m) minimum clearance from any
structure, shrubs, trees, or any kind of vegetation.
Standby generator weatherproof enclosure must be at
least 5 ft. (1.5 m) from windows, doors, any wall opening,
shrubs or vegetation over 12 in. (30.5 cm) in height.
Standby generator weatherproof enclosure must have a
minimum of 5 ft. (1.5 m) overhead clearance from any
structure, overhang or trees.
DO NOT place weatherproof enclosure under a deck or
other type of structure that may confine airflow.
USE ONLY flexible fuel line provided. Connect provided
fuel line to generator. DO NOT use with or substitute any
other flexible fuel line.
Smoke detector(s) MUST be installed and maintained
indoors according to the manufacturer’s instructions/
recommendations. Carbon monoxide alarms cannot
detect smoke.
DO NOT place weatherproof enclosure in manner other
than shown in illustrations.
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Other General Location Guidelines
Place the standby generator in a prepared location that
is flat and has provisions for water drainage.
Install the standby generator in a location where sump
pump discharge, rain gutter downspouts, roof run-off,
landscape irrigation, or water sprinklers will not flood
the unit or spray the enclosure and enter any air inlet or
outlet openings.
Install the standby generator where it will not affect or
obstruct and services including covered, concealed and
underground, such as telephone, electric, fuel (natural
gas/ LPG vapor), irrigation, air conditioning, cable,
septic, sewer, well and so forth.
Install the standby generator where leaves, grass,
snow, etc. will not obstruct air inlet and outlet
openings. If prevailing winds will cause blowing or
drifting, you may need to construct a windbreak to
protect the unit.
Lifting the Generator
The generator weighs more than 500 pounds (227 kg).
Proper tools, equipment and qualified personnel should be
used in all phases of handling and moving the generator.
Two 60” lengths (minimum) schedule 40 nominal ¾” steel
pipe (A), supplied by the installer, are required to lift the
generator manually. Insert pipes through the lifting holes (B)
located near the unit’s base.
You may also lift the unit using a “hook and hoist” method
attached to the lifting pipes, provided that you use a spreader
bar to ensure that the chains or cables DO NOT touch the
generator’s roof or cabinet.
WARNING Hazardous Voltage - Contact with power
lines could cause electric shock or burns,
resulting in death or serious injury.
Lifting Hazard / Heavy Object - Could result
in serious injury.
If lifting or hoisting equipment is used, DO NOT contact
any power lines.
DO NOT lift or move generator without assistance.
Use lifting pipes as described in Lifting the Generator.
DO NOT lift unit by roof as damage to generator
will occur.
A
B
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A
B
D
E
C
Access Ports
The generator is equipped with an enclosure that has several
access panels, as shown.
The access panels and the components located behind them
are listed below:
A - Roof (Control Panel, air filter, oil dipstick, and circuit
breaker)
B - Front Access Panel (oil drain and oil filter)
C - Battery Panel (battery and generator data label)
D - Rear Access Panel (fuel regulator, fuel selector, and
engine starter)
E - Control Panel Cover (field wiring and control wires)
Each generator is shipped with a set of identical keys. These
keys fit in the lock on the front removable panel. The roof
must be unlocked in order for it to open.
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To open roof:
1. Insert key into lock (A) of front panel. Gently push
down on roof above the lock to aid in turning the key.
Turn key one quarter turn clockwise.
2. Lift roof to the open position.
To remove front panel:
1. Remove the two bolts (B) that secure the panel to the unit.
2. Lift panel to remove from unit.
To secure front panel:
1. Place panel in unit.
2. Secure the panel with two bolts.
To remove rear panel:
1. Ensure the roof is in the open position.
2. Remove the two bolts (C) that secure the panel to the
unit.
3. Lift panel to remove from unit.
To secure rear panel:
1. Slide panel into place on unit.
2. Secure the panel with two bolts.
To remove battery panel:
1. Ensure the roof is in the open position.
2. Remove the two bolts (D) that secure the panel to the
unit.
3. Lift up on panel and remove.
To secure battery panel:
1. Place panel in unit.
2. Secure the panel with two bolts.
A
B
C
D
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Fuel Conversion
The engine of your generator system has the capability
to run on natural gas (NG) or on liquefied petroleum (LP)
vapor. To convert to either fuel, follow these steps:
NOTICE Units are set to NG at the factory.
1. Insert key into lock of front panel. Gently push down
on roof above the lock to aid in turning the key. Turn
key one quarter turn clockwise.
2. Lift roof to the open position.
3. Press the control board OFF button.
4. Remove 15 Amp fuse from control panel.
5. Remove the rear panel.
6. Locate the fuel selector valve (A). located on top of the
fuel regulator (B). Using a 5 mm Allen wrench, turn the
selector valve to either LP or NG.
NOTICE Do Not overtighten the fuel selector switch or
move the selection arrow (C) past the fuel type.
7. Install tamper proof plug supplied with unit.
Plug fits over fuel selector valve with convex
side facing out. Secure plug with drop of
cyanoacrylate (super) glue.
8. Reinstall the rear panel.
9. Reinstall 15 Amp fuse in control panel.
10. Press the control board AUTO button.
A
B
C
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Generator is shown with roof and access covers removed
for clarity.
A - Lifting Holes — Provided at each corner for lifting
generator.
B - Alternator — An electrical machine that generates
alternating current
C - Muffler — High-performance muffler lowers engine noise
to comply with most residential codes.
D - Circuit Breaker — Protects the system from shorts and
other over-current conditions.
E - Control Board — Used for generator operation control,
menu start-up, and informational display functions.
F - Air Cleaner — Uses a dry type filter element to protect
engine by filtering dust and debris out of intake air.
G - Engine Label (on valve cover) — Identifies engine
model and type
H - Spark Plug — A device in the cylinder head of the engine
that ignites the fuel mixture by means of an electric spark.
J - Oil Filter — Filters engine oil to prolong generator life.
K - Battery (installer supplied) — 12 Volt DC, lead acid,
automotive style battery provides power to start the
engine.
L - Oil Heater Port/ Oil Drain Hose Port — Provided to allow
an optional heating element to be installed. Provided to
facilitate oil changing.
M - Generator Data Label — Identifies generator model
number and serial number. Located inside battery access
compartment.
Generator Components
15kW - 20kW Generator (Front View)
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
J
K
L
M
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Generator Components
15kW - 20kW Generator (Back View)
Generator is shown with roof and access covers removed
for clarity.
A - Lifting Holes — Provided at each corner for lifting
generator.
B - Fuel Solenoid — Automatically opens and closes to
supply fuel to the unit when needed.
C - Fuel Regulator — Controls fuel flow to engine for proper
operation.
D - Fuel Selector Valve — Used to select proper fuel type
(LP or NG).
E - Spark Plug — A device in the cylinder head of the engine
that ignites the fuel mixture by means of an electric
spark.
F - Oil Fill Cap — Location for adding oil to engine.
G - Electrical Field Wiring Inlet — Wires to and from
generator are centered in this location.
H - Air Cleaner — Uses a dry type filter element to protect
engine by filtering dust and debris out of intake air.
J - Engine Oil Dipstick — Allows user to check engine oil
level easily.
K - Oil Heater Port — Provided to allow an optional heating
element to be installed to warm engine oil to promote
easy starting in cold climates.
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
J
K
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System Control Panel
A - Menu/Programming Navigation Buttons — See Menu
section for details
B - USB Port — Authorized Dealer Service Use Only
C - Generator Operation Control Buttons —
•“AUTONormal operating position. Press and hold
button to put unit into Automatic mode. If a utility
power outage is sensed, the system will start the
generator. When utility power is restored, auto lets the
engine stabilize internal temperatures, shuts off the
generator, and waits for the next utility outage.
•“OFFTurns off running generator, prevents unit from
starting, and resets any detected faults.
OFF must be pressed and held for more than 5 seconds
in order to reset service codes.
•“MANUALUsed to manually start the generator.
“AUTO” LED — LED will light when unit is placed into
Auto mode. LED will blink if exercise cycle is not set or
set to OFF.
D 15 Amp Fuse — Protects the home generator DC
control circuits. If the fuse has ‘blown’ (melted open) or
was removed, the engine cannot crank or start. Replace
the fuse using only an identical ATO 15A fuse. One
spare fuse is supplied with the unit.
E - Cover This protective cover must be opened to access
the fuse and the USB port.
F - Digital Display — Displays generator mode, menu
options, service codes, and service engine indicators
MENU
ESC
AUTO OFF
MANUAL
A
B
C
F
E
D
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System Connectors
Low Voltage connections to signal fault contacts, transfer switch communication and auxiliary 12VDC power are made via a
field connection terminal block in control board area. Compare this illustration with your generator to familiarize yourself
with the location of these connections.
A - Two Pin Terminal Block — Used to connect utility
240 VAC from fuse block in ATS to the control board.
Connect only one wire per terminal.
B - Fault Contacts — Use NO, COM and NC to hook up a
siren, light, etc. to alert you in case of a fault. Contacts
reverse state (NO goes to NC and vice versa) upon a
fault condition.
C - Transfer Switch Communication (TxRx and TxRx
GND) — Connect to transfer switch control board for
communication interface using 18AWG copper twisted
pair wire.
D - +LED and GND Connection — Not required for wireless
monitor included with unit. Available for optional
hardwired remote system status panel accessory,
#6144.
E - Eight Pin Terminal Block — Used to connect signal
wires to the control board. Connect only one wire per
terminal.
F - Power Connection (Line 1 and Line 2) — Power
connection to transfer switch.
G - Neutral and Ground Connection — Connect to transfer
switch neutral and ground
UTILITY A
UTILITY B
NO
COMM
NC
TxRx
TxRx GND
+LED
GND
N/C
LINE 1
LINE 2
GROUND
NEUTRAL
]
]
]
]
]
E
A
F
G
B
C
D
For power output connection (Line 1, Line 2, Neutral, and Ground), refer to the following table:
Power output connections
minimum 300V, 75°C
15 kW 16 kW 17 kW 20 kW
6AWG Copper 6AWG Copper 4AWG Copper 4AWG Copper
4AWG Aluminum 4AWG Aluminum 3AWG Aluminum 2AWG Aluminum
• Reference NEC 2011 table 310.15 (B) (16) • Use National Electric Code for correction factors and wire size calculations.
For utility circuit connection (Utility A and Utility B) use #14 AWG minimum 300 volt wire.
For transfer switch communication use #18 AWG twisted pair conductors, no greater than 200 ft in length, 300 volt wire.
When connecting to the terminal block, fasten only one wire to each connector screw.
Torque terminal block screws to 4.4 in-lb (0.49 Newton meter).
Torque circuit breaker connections to 45 in-lb (5 Newton meter).
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Menu
MENU
ENTER THE MENU (VIEW SETTINGS)
PRESS TO CONFIRM SELECTION WHEN PROGRAMMING.
ESCAPE (EXIT) RETURN TO LAST MENU ITEM
RIGHT ARROW
TOGGLE THROUGH MENU OPTIONS
SETTING SYSTEM PARAMETERS
LEFT ARROW
TOGGLE THROUGH MENU OPTIONS
SETTING SYSTEM PARAMETERS
MANUAL MODE
USED TO MANUALLY START THE GENERATOR. PRESS AND HOLD BUTTON
TO START THE GENERATOR.
OFF
TURNS OFF RUNNING GENERATOR, PREVENTS UNIT FROM STARTING, AND
RESETS ANY DETECTED FAULTS.
AUTOMATIC MODE
NORMAL OPERATING POSITION. PRESS AND HOLD BUTTON TO PUT UNIT
INTO AUTOMATIC MODE. IF A UTILITY POWER OUTAGE IS SENSED, THE
SYSTEM WILL START THE GENERATOR. WHEN UTILITY POWER IS
RESTORED, AUTO LETS THE ENGINE STABILIZE INTERNAL TEMPERATURES,
SHUTS OFF THE GENERATOR, AND WAITS FOR THE NEXT UTILITY POWER
OUTAGE.
GENERAL
SET-UP
PRESS AND HOLD [ARROW LEFT AND ARROW RIGHT] FOR THREE
SECONDS TO ENTER THE PROGRAM MODE.
ADVANCED
SETTINGS
PRESS AND HOLD [ARROW LEFT, ARROW RIGHT AND ESC] FOR
THREE SECONDS TO ENTER THE ADVANCED SETTINGS MODE.
WIRELESS
LINK MODE
PRESS AND HOLD [MENU AND ESC] FOR THREE SECONDS TO
ENTER THE WIRELESS LINKING MODE.
The following chart shows the icons for the buttons that control the system control panel.
The following chart describes key sequences for accessing different programming modes;
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NOTE: Date and Time were set at the factory and stored in the control panel memory. The Exercise Cycle was
also set at the factory. The default exercise cycle occurs on Tuesdays, at 2:00 P.M. Central Standard Time.
To update or change these settings, follow the steps below.
IF DURING PROGRAMMING NO BUTTONS ARE PRESSED FOR 30 SECONDS,
THE CONTROL PANEL WILL AUTOMATICALLY EXIT THE PROGRAM MODE.
SET DATE
MONTH
FLASHING
DAY##
FLASHING
YEAR
FLASHING
SET TIME
HOURS
FLASHING
MIN
FLASHING
SET EXERCISE
CYCLE
AM/PM
FLASHING
HOURS
FLASHING
MIN
FLASHING
DAY OF WEEK
FLASHING
AM/PM
FLASHING
EVENT
LOG
Display will scroll last service code event, date, time, and
temperature of when the event occured.
or
OFF
If set to OFF, display will read: EXERCISE CYCLE OFF
or
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General Set Up Screen
For general set up, press and hold the left arrow and right arrow for 3 seconds. Follow the prompts as outlined below.
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AUTOMATIC MODE
RUN TIME
DATE
TIME
EXERCISE CYCLE
GENERATOR ON
(When Generator Running - Auto Mode)
GENERATOR READY or SERVICE CODE DESCRIPTION
(When Generator NOT Running - Auto Mode)
(MENU)
or
or
or
Control Panel Prompts
Automatic Mode
In Automatic Mode, the display screen will display via scrolling
text:
GENERATOR READY - if the unit is in standby and utility
power is present.
GENERATOR ON - if the unit is running and utility power is
not present.
SERVICE CODE - if a system fault has been detected.
AUTOMATIC MODE
RUN TIME
DATE
TIME
EXERCISE CYCLE
GENERATOR ON
(When Generator Running - Auto Mode)
GENERATOR READY or SERVICE CODE DESCRIPTION
(When Generator NOT Running - Auto Mode)
(MENU)
or
or
or
General System Parameters
To view general system parameters, press the MENU button.
The following will scroll across the digital display and then move
to the next item:
Run time
• Date
• Time
Exercise Cycle date and start time
The user can press the LEFT ARROW or RIGHT ARROW at any
time to move to the next item.
The user can press ESCAPE to go back to GENERATOR READY.
If no user inputs are made for 10 seconds after all the items have
been displayed, the control board will reset to
GENERATOR READY.
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Simplicity 040355-00 User manual

Category
Power generators
Type
User manual

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